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A Directoire ormolu, patinated bronze and cut-glass nine-light chandelier circa 1800
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- height 39 1/2 in.; diameter 25 in.
- 100 cm; 63.5 cm
the center with a tapered vase fitted with three masks each issuing three curved trumpet-shaped candle branches, the whole linked by and hung with ropes of cut-glass beads and faceted pendants.
Provenance
Patrick Perrin, Paris
Condition
Color far more attractive, deeper and richer than in the catalogue illustration, especially the bronzes. Minor marks to the ormolu. Very minor chips to the drops. In overall good condition.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.